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Charles Leclerc has revealed how an alternative power strategy in qualifying stopped Ferrari from taking a stronger result than third at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Ferrari began the weekend at Imola on an encouraging note as Leclerc utilised the team’s updated SF-24 car to complete a clean sweep in the first two practice hours. […]
Ferrari started the weekend at Imola on a positive note with Leclerc leading in practice but slipped to fourth in qualifying, with Verstappen taking pole position. Leclerc and Sainz were frustrated by their struggle in the first sector and blamed a straight-line speed deficit for their qualifying performance. Leclerc acknowledged losing ground at the start and that track position was crucial due to the small gaps between competitors. Despite finishing third and securing Ferrari’s first podium at Imola since 2006, Leclerc was not satisfied and felt they could have done better with a stronger qualifying performance. Leclerc recognized the closeness of the competition and emphasized the importance of timing and strategy during the race.
